Cheap Apartments for Rent in Whatcom County, WA from $500 (46 Rentals)
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405 Fieldston Rd, Unit First Floor Annex Studio

Monterra Apartments

730 A St

695 4th St

1702 James St

The Calypso at Samish Hill

Stanford Apartments

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Whatcom County, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Whatcom County?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Whatcom County Studio Apartments | $1,528 | $975 | $2,169 |
Whatcom County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,753 | $1,112 | $2,601 |
Whatcom County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,147 | $995 | $3,500 |
Whatcom County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,442 | $708 | $4,250 |
Whatcom County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,814 | $700 | $3,800 |
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Cheapest Available Whatcom County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Whatcom County, WA is a Studio unit found at The Calypso at Samish Hill in the WWU neighborhood priced from $1,270. Benjamin Court Apartments in the Guide Meridian neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Whatcom County apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Calypso at Samish Hill | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,270 |
Benjamin Court Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
Samish Station III | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
Village on the Green Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
Sunset Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
BARKLEY APARTMENTS | 0x1 A | Studio,1BA | $1,456 |
Sophia Place Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
Crescent | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
Heather Commons | 2 Bed, 1 Bath B60 - Commons I | 2BR,1BA | $1,511 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Whatcom County, WA
As of August 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Whatcom County area is the $1.56 price per square foot 3 Bed Model at Depot Estates in the starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Whatcom County apartment is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Tremezzo North starting at $2,100 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Guide Meridian neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Whatcom County apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Depot Estates | 3 Bed | 3BR,2BA | $1.56 |
Tremezzo North | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.73 |
Depot Villas | 3 bed* | 3BR,2BA | $1.77 |
Regency Park | 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $1.48 |
Stateside | 4x2 D2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.84 |
Spring Creek Apartments | 2B | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
The Meadows | Two Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
Edgemont | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Sunset Terrace | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
Heather Commons | 2 Bed, 1 Bath B60 - Commons I | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Whatcom County Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Whatcom County?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Whatcom County is at The Calypso at Samish Hill listed at $1,270.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Whatcom County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Whatcom County Apartment is $1,405 at The Calypso at Samish Hill.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Whatcom County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Whatcom County is starting from $1,511 at Heather Commons.
What is the most affordable Whatcom County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Whatcom County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Regency Park and starts from $1,573.
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